r/CorporateFacepalm

Idk what it is, but saying “I got laid off” out loud just feels… off

So guys try to stay a bit more structured with applications + prep, but yeah… still weird to explain in conversations.

What do you guys usually say?

Hello everyone, so you probably got the idea from the title itself.

I joined this company around 3 months ago and already got introduced to office politics way too early 😭. My manager clearly shows favoritism towards one or two employees, especially one girl. She gets all the important updates, feedback, appreciation, and leaves without much questioning.

Meanwhile, I’ve never taken a single leave since joining, but when I finally asked for leave because of exams, he made comments like, “You look very happy today because you got the leaves.” 😭 Like… what was I supposed to do, cry?

I’ll honestly admit that I’m average at verbal English communication. I know what I want to say, but sometimes I struggle to articulate it properly. I’m working on it, but because of that they assume I’m not capable enough.

Recently, I got the chance to lead a project discussion in front of the client on a Teams call, and right before I was about to speak, one of my manager’s favourites interrupted and said, “I think she has some queries related to the project, she forgot to ask.” That completely messed up my confidence and I got nervous during the session.

Most of the time I just do my work, take my breaks, and go home without caring much about these people. But lately it’s getting too much and it’s genuinely bothering me.

How do you guys deal with managers and coworkers like this? Any advice would really help.